Riondo
Casalforte Valpolicella Ripasso 2022
| Denomination | DOC Valpolicella Ripasso |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Area | Veneto (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella |
| Aging | Ageing for about 12 months, partly in stainless steel and partly in oak barrels (partially in barriques). |
- Name and vintage: Valpolicella Ripasso DOC 2022, dry red wine from Veneto
- Grapes: Blend of Corvina, Corvinone and Rondinella for structure and fruity notes
- Ripasso method: Refermentation on Amarone pomace for greater body and complexity
- Aroma and taste: Hints of cherry and red fruits, spices; smooth, savoury and enveloping flavour
- Ageing and serving: 12 months between steel and oak; serving temperature 16–18 °C
Description
What kind of wine it is
Casalforte Valpolicella Ripasso is a red wine from Veneto that faithfully expresses the identity of Riondo. It is made from a blend of Corvina, Corvinone and Rondinella grapes. On the nose, it develops an intense bouquet with aromas of cherry and red fruits, enriched by deep hints of dried fruit, dark chocolate and liquorice. On the palate, it is smooth and enveloping, guided by mature tannins and a pleasant savouriness that elegantly leads to a spicy and harmonious finish.
Where it comes from
This red originates in Valpolicella Ripasso, with vineyards located on the hills of the Lessini Mountains, between the area north of Verona and the eastern shore of Lake Garda. The well-drained limestone soils and mild climate, tempered by Mediterranean influences, favour ideal ripening of the grapes. The interaction between this terroir and the hilltop microclimate results in a marked aromatic concentration and a solid structure, offering a dry sip, with clear fruit and excellent persistence on the palate.
How it is produced
The process is based on the Ripasso technique, which involves refermenting the wine in contact with the Amarone pomace to enrich its body and extract levels. During vinification, the Ganimede system manages the continuous mixing of must and skins, optimising phenolic extraction. Maturation lasts about twelve months, divided between stainless steel and oak barrels. This careful ageing in wood smooths the tannic texture, ensuring great stability and a deep, well-balanced sensory profile.
History and Curiosities
The Casalforte Valpolicella Ripasso 2022 from Cantine Riondo is an elegant red wine from Veneto, produced on the limestone hills of Valpolicella. This wine is created using the renowned Ripasso technique, which involves refermenting the fresh wine on the prized Amarone grape skins, enriching its body, structure, and aromatic complexity. A twelve-month ageing process, partly in steel and partly in oak barrels, imparts enveloping aromas of cherry, red fruits, and spices. On the palate, it is dry and smooth, with a pleasantly harmonious finish.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
The 6,000 hectares of vineyards of the Collis Group cover the main production zones of the region between the Provinces of Verona, Vicena and Padua: Prosecco, Soave, Valpolicella, Ripasso, Amarone, Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay, Garganega and Corvina being the most renowned appellations and grape arieties among local and international consumers. Read more
| Name | Casalforte Valpolicella Ripasso 2022 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red green still |
| Denomination | Valpolicella Ripasso DOC |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Veneto |
| Vendor | Riondo |
| Story | History and Curiosities The Casalforte Valpolicella Ripasso 2022 from Cantine Riondo is an elegant red wine from Veneto, produced on the limestone hills of Valpolicella. This wine is created using the renowned Ripasso technique, which involves refermenting the fresh wine on the prized Amarone grape skins, enriching its body, structure, and aromatic complexity. A twelve-month ageing process, partly in steel and partly in oak barrels, imparts enveloping aromas of cherry, red fruits, and spices. On the palate, it is dry and smooth, with a pleasantly harmonious finish. |
| Origin | Area della Valpolicella (colline Lessini a nord di Verona e a est del Lago di Garda), Veneto, Italia |
| Climate | Mild climate influenced by the Mediterranean |
| Soil composition | Well-drained calcareous soils |
| Production technique | Ripasso technique (refermentation of Valpolicella on Amarone grape marc); Ganimede system |
| Wine making | Ripasso technique: the fresh Valpolicella is refermented on the Amarone grape skins; use of the Ganimede system for continuous mixing of must and skins; maturation for about 12 months partly in stainless steel and partly in oak barrels (partially in barriques). |
| Aging | Ageing for about 12 months, partly in stainless steel and partly in oak barrels (partially in barriques). |
| Total acidity | 5.6 gr/L |
| Residual sugar | 7.0 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |